Nicorette Patches may be available in the countries listed below.
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Teveten may cause injury or death to the fetus if taken during pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away.
Treating high blood pressure alone or with other medicines. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Teveten is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It works by relaxing blood vessels. This helps to lower blood pressure.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Some medical conditions may interact with Teveten. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Teveten. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Teveten may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Use Teveten as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Teveten.
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dizziness; upper respiratory tract infection.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; hoarseness); change in the amount of urine produced; chest pain; difficulty swallowing; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; muscle pain or cramps; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; symptoms of low blood pressure (eg, fainting, light-headedness, severe dizziness); unusual bruising or bleeding.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Teveten side effects (in more detail)
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Store Teveten between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Teveten out of the reach of children and away from pets.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Teveten. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Generic Name: fibrin sealant topical (FYE brin SEE lant TOP i kal)
Brand Names: Artiss, Artiss Duo Set, Artiss Duploject, Tisseel, Tisseel Duploject Kit, Tisseel Valupak Kit
Fibrinolysis inhibitor and thrombin are agents that are involved in blood clotting.
Fibrin sealant topical is used to cause blood clotting during surgery or due to trauma when natural blood clotting processes are deficient.
Fibrin sealant topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
Fibrin sealant topical is made from human plasma (part of the blood) and may contain infectious agents (e.g., viruses) that can cause disease. Although fibrin sealant topical is screened, tested, and treated to reduce the possibility that it carries an infectious agent, it can still potentially transmit disease. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of using fibrin sealant topical.
Contact your doctor if you develop fever, drowsiness, chills, runny nose, rash, joint pain, poor appetite, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes following treatment with fibrin sealant topical. These may be symptoms of infections that may occur due to use of this product.
Fibrin sealant topical will be administered by a healthcare professional as a topical application.
Due to the indications for use and the method of application of fibrin sealant topical, missing a dose is not likely to occur.
Due to the indications for use and the method of application of fibrin sealant topical, an overdose of the medication is unlikely to occur. Contact your doctor or a poison control center for advice if an overdose is suspected.
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity following the use of fibrin sealant topical, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Fibrin sealant topical is made from human plasma (part of the blood) and may contain infectious agents (e.g., viruses) that can cause disease. Although fibrin sealant topical is screened, tested, and treated to reduce the possibility that it carries an infectious agent, it can still potentially transmit disease. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of using fibrin sealant topical.
Contact your doctor if you develop fever, drowsiness, chills, runny nose, rash, joint pain, poor appetite, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes following treatment with fibrin sealant topical. These may be symptoms of infections that may occur due to use of this product.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
It is not known whether other medications will interact with fibrin sealant topical. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products during treatment with fibrin sealant topical.
Generic Name: sulfacetamide ophthalmic (SUL fa SEET a mide off THAL mik)
Brand Names: Bleph-10, Ocu-Sul 10, Ocu-Sul 15, Ocu-Sul 30, Sodium Sulamyd, Sulf-10, Sulfac 10%
Sulfacetamide ophthalmic is an antibiotic.
Sulfacetamide ophthalmic is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.
Sulfacetamide ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Apply light pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) after each drop to prevent the fluid from draining down your tear ducts.
Do not use sulfacetamide ophthalmic if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a sulfa-based drug.
Use sulfacetamide ophthalmic eyedrops or ointment exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
To apply the eye drops:
Shake the drops gently to be sure the medicine is well mixed. Tilt your head back slightly and pull down on your lower eyelid. Position the dropper above your eye. Look up and away from the dropper. Squeeze out a drop and close your eye. Apply gentle pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) for about 1 minute to prevent the liquid from draining down your tear duct. If you are using more than one drop in the same eye or drops in both eyes, repeat the process with about 5 minutes between drops.
To apply the ointment:
Hold the tube in your hand for a few minutes to warm it up so that the ointment comes out easily. Tilt your head back slightly and pull down gently on your lower eyelid. Apply a thin film of the ointment into your lower eyelid. Close your eye and roll your eyeball around in all directions for 1 to 2 minutes. If you are applying another eye medication, allow at least 10 minutes before the next application.
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication.
An overdose of this medication is unlikely to occur. If you do suspect an overdose, wash the eye with water and call an emergency room or poison control center near you. If the drops or ointment have been ingested, drink plenty of fluid and call an emergency center for advice.
If you wear contact lenses, ask your doctor if you should wear them during treatment with sulfacetamide ophthalmic. After applying the medication, wait at least 15 minutes before inserting contact lenses, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Serious side effects are not expected with this medication.
Commonly, some eye burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, eyelid itching, eyelid swelling, or sensitivity to light may occur.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Do not use this medication with other eyedrops containing nitrates (e.g., silver nitrate).
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with sulfacetamide ophthalmic. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
See also: Ocusulf-10 side effects (in more detail)
Generic Name: pirbuterol inhaler (peer BYOO ter ole)
Brand Names: Maxair, Maxair Autohaler
Pirbuterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve breathing.
Pirbuterol inhalation is used to treat conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema.
Pirbuterol inhalation may also be used for conditions other than those listed in this medication guide.
It is very important that you use your pirbuterol inhaler properly, so that the medicine gets into your lungs. Your doctor may want you to use a spacer with your inhaler. Talk to your doctor about proper inhaler use.
Seek medical attention if you notice that you require more than your usual or more than the maximum amount of any asthma medication in a 24-hour period. An increased need for medication could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have
heart disease or high blood pressure,
epilepsy or another seizure disorder,
diabetes,
an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), or
any type of liver or kidney disease.
You may require a lower dose or special monitoring during therapy with pirbuterol if you have any of the conditions listed above.
Take pirbuterol inhalation exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse or doctor to explain them to you.
The Autohaler releases the correct amount of drug. The force of your inhalation will trigger the release. You do not have to press down on a canister. Follow the instructions that accompany your inhaler.
If you take more than one dose at a time, wait for at least 1 full minute, then repeat the procedure.
Rinse your mouth after each use of the inhaler.
If you also use a steroid inhaler, use your pirbuterol inhaler first to open up your airways, then use the steroid inhaler as directed.
It is very important that you use your pirbuterol inhaler properly, so that the medicine gets into your lungs. Your doctor may want you to use a spacer with your inhaler. Talk to your doctor about proper inhaler use.
Seek medical attention if you notice that you require more than your usual or more than the maximum amount of any asthma medication in a 24-hour period. An increased need for medication could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.
Keep your inhaler clean and dry. Keep the mouthpiece capped to avoid getting dirt inside it. Clean your inhaler once a day by removing the canister and mouthpiece and immersing it in warm water or alcohol. Allow the parts to dry, then reassemble the inhaler.
Carry your inhaler with you at all times in case of emergencies. Get a refill before you run out of medicine and before going on vacation.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and use the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication.
Symptoms of a pirbuterol overdose include angina or chest pain, irregular heartbeats or a fluttering heart, seizures, tremor, weakness, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
Avoid situations that may trigger an asthma attack such as exercising in cold, dry air; smoking; breathing in dust; and exposure to allergens such as pet fur.
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); or
chest pain or irregular heartbeats.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use pirbuterol inhalation and talk to your doctor if you experience
headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, or insomnia;
tremor or nervousness;
sweating;
nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; or
dry mouth.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
another inhaled bronchodilator such as albuterol (Ventolin, Proventil), bitolterol (Tornalate), isoetharine (Bronkometer, Bronkosol), isoproterenol (Isuprel, Medihaler-Iso), metaproterenol (Alupent, Metaprel), salmeterol (Servent), or terbutaline (Brethaire, Brethine, Bricanyl). Using other inhaled medicines to open up your lungs will increase the risk of damage to your heart when you are taking pirbuterol.
caffeine, diet pills, or decongestants. These may also increase heart-related side effects.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with pirbuterol inhalation, or affect your condition. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
See also: Maxair side effects (in more detail)
Generic Name: carbohydrate and electrolyte combination (Oral route)
In the U.S.
In Canada
Available Dosage Forms:
Carbohydrate and electrolytes combination is used to treat or prevent dehydration (the loss of too much water from the body) that may occur with severe diarrhea, especially in babies and young children. Although this medicine does not immediately stop the diarrhea, it replaces the water and some important salts (electrolytes), such as sodium and potassium, that are lost from the body during diarrhea, and helps prevent more serious problems. Some carbohydrate and electrolytes solutions may also be used after surgery when food intake has been stopped.
This medicine is available without a prescription; however, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper use and dose for you or your child.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to medicines in this group or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
This medicine has been tested in children and, in effective doses, appears to be safe and effective in children. This medicine has not been tested in premature infants.
This medicine has been tested and has been shown to be well tolerated by older people.
Carbohydrate and electrolytes solutions have not been shown to cause birth defects or other problems in humans.
This medicine has not been reported to cause problems in nursing babies. Breast-feeding should continue, if possible, during treatment with carbohydrate and electrolytes solution.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking any of these medicines, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using medicines in this class with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with a medication in this class or change some of the other medicines you take.
Using medicines in this class with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of medicines in this class. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain carbohydrate and electrolyte combination. It may not be specific to Gastrolyte. Please read with care.
For patients using the commercial powder form of this medicine:
For patients using the freezer pop form of this medicine:
For patients using the powder form of this medicine distributed by the World Health Organization (WHO):
Babies and small children should be given the solution slowly, in small amounts, with a spoon, as often as possible, during the first 24 hours of diarrhea.
Take as directed. Do not take it for a longer time than your doctor has recommended. To do so may increase the chance of side effects.
The dose medicines in this class will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of these medicines. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Make a fresh solution each day. Discard unused solution at the end of each day. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
Eat soft foods, if possible, such as rice cereal, bananas, cooked peas or beans, and potatoes to keep up nutrition until the diarrhea stops and regular food and milk can be taken again. Breast-fed infants should be given breast milk between doses of the solution.
If your diarrhea does not improve in 1 or 2 days, or if it becomes worse, check with your doctor.
Also, check with your doctor immediately if your baby or child appears to have severe thirst, doughy skin, sunken eyes, dizziness or lightheadedness, tiredness or weakness, irritability, difficult urination, loss of weight, or convulsions (seizures). These signs may mean that too much water has been lost from the body.
For patients (except nursing babies) using the powder form of this medicine:
For patients taking the premixed liquid form of this medicine:
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Oxachilin may be available in the countries listed below.
Oxaprozin is reported as an ingredient of Oxachilin in the following countries:
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